Best dogs on leash trails in Berchtesgaden National Park
The Berchtesgaden National Park is located in the German Alps and is known for its incredibly beautiful landscapes. Many plant and animal species live here in forests, mountains, valleys and glaciers. It's worth taking a trip to the breathtaking lakes Hintersee and Königssee or enjoying the view with a refreshment on the summit of the Grünstein.
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- 4.7 (107)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 8–9 hrBeautiful short hike to the Fischunkelalm in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. This is an official hiking trail of the Berchtesgaden Tourist Organization. The hike starts at the landing stage in Salet. To get there, a ship across the Königssee (note the shipping timetable and prices) has to be taken first. From there, the idyllic route leads along the vast banks of the Obersee up to the Fischunkelalm at the lake's southern end. Anyone who wants to go a little further can visit the...
- 4.6 (98)·Hard·4.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanorama ascent to the top of the Jenner in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The route starts at the Hinterbrand parking lot (subject to a fee) and initially leads fairly flat along the Königsweg to the Wasserfallalm. The route is somewhat steeper up to the seasonally managed Mitterkaseralm (note opening times) through shady mixed forests and fragrant alpine meadows. The last section leads via the Jenneralm at the mountain station up to the panoramic summit with sweeping views over...
- 4.9 (20)·Hard·11.7 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThis scenic route introduces hikers to the high-alpine wonders of the Berchtesgaden National Park. Starting near the Jenner mountain station, the trail leads toward the Carl-von-Stahl Haus before reaching the broad summit of the Schneibstein. Up on the open plateau, breathtaking vistas reveal the vast rocky fields of the Hagen Mountain Range and the famous Watzmann East Face. Navigating the unique limestone karst terrain requires careful stepping, especially across sections where water has...
- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThose wandering from the Seeklause toward the Ragertalm can see how humans and nature have lived together for centuries. The Ragertalm is still an active alpine pasture where farm animals graze during the warmer months, continuing a long tradition of mountain farming. While walking, you might notice unique juniper stands and Scots pine trees that thrive in this part of the park. Before starting, consider visiting the Klausbachhaus information point near the trailhead to see their exhibition...
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·9.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVersatile hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The beautiful Kammerlingalm is located above the Hirschbichl and a little off the Bindalm and Litzlalm. The Kammerlingalm is located on the steep slope of the 2448 meter high Kammerlinghorn. The route begins at the Klausbach suspension bridge bus stop. From there, the uphill but well-developed path leads via the Engert-Alm to the well-known seasonally managed Bindalm and on to Hirschbichl. You can stop there. Leaving Hirschbichl,...
Visitor info
Important information about flora and fauna is available at the Haus der Berge National Park Center, which also impresses with its special architecture. The main information center is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Last admission is 4 pm. There are also many other information points scattered throughout the national park. There are small exhibitions at each of them, which go into more detail on individual topics.
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